Robert Silverman papers, undated, circa 1899-1965.

Robert Silverman was an early leader in American Zionism, taking part in and establishing multiple Zionist organizations in his more than forty years in the movement. This collection consists primarily of documents and photographs related to Silverman’s Zionist work. Documents include correspondence and printed materials from various organizations with which Silverman was involved and pamphlets, maps, and newspaper clippings related to Israel and Palestine. The photographs mainly depict scenes from Israel and Palestine, with a few folders of images of Silverman himself and organizational events.Published citations should take the following form: Identification of item, date (if known); Robert Silverman Papers; P-1014; box number; folder number; American Jewish Historical Society, New York, NY, and Boston, MA.This collection is located at the American Jewish Historical Society located in Boston. For information on accessing collections at AJHS Boston please visit their website at: http://www.ajhsboston.org/index.htm.Donated by Gertrude Webb,Finding Aid available in Reading Room and on Internet